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Landlords urged to skip queues with High Court evictions
Landlords across England and Wales are being encouraged to ‘transfer up’ their eviction cases directly to the High Court, as the pressure mounts on an…
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Landlords call for fair reforms as Renters’ Rights Bill nears final stages
The Renters’ Rights Bill is approaching its final stages in the House of Lords, with two critical committee sessions scheduled for 12 and 14 May…
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London rents rise 10% year-on-year as landlords stay competitive
London landlords saw rental prices rise by 10% in April 2025 compared to the same time last year, despite a drop in viewing requests and…
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New Decent Homes Standard leaves most landlords unaffected
A new government proposal to tighten quality rules across the private rental sector is causing concern among some landlords-but fresh analysis shows that the majority…
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The Property Ombudsman Board appoints new Chair
The Property Ombudsman has appointed Claire Bassett as the new Chair of its Board. She will succeed Baroness Warwick of Undercliffe at the end of…
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Landlords face growing pressure as Renters’ Rights Bill enters key legislative phase
The Renters’ Rights Bill officially entered committee stage in the House of Lords on Tuesday 22 April, marking a significant step in the government’s proposed…
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Residential landlords set to thrive as rent growth outpaces rental reform
New figures show that rental prices across Great Britain have increased by nearly 10% in the past year-underscoring the strong profitability of the sector, even…
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Renters’ Rights Bill to bring major changes for landlords, with pets as key focus
Tenants across England are set to gain new powers when it comes to renting with pets, as the Renters’ Rights Bill enters the final stages…
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Renters’ Rights Bill expected in Autumn – landlords urged to get ahead of incoming changes
Private landlords are being given valuable breathing space as the controversial Renters’ Rights Bill is now not expected to become law until the autumn. Guarantor…
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Conservatives and landlords unite to improve Renters’ Rights Bill
Leading landlords, property agents, and industry bodies have met with Conservative peers to discuss practical changes to the Renters’ Rights Bill, as it progresses through…
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NRLA pushes for key amendments to protect landlords in Renters’ Rights Bill
The National Residential Landlords Association (NRLA) is pushing for critical amendments to the Renters’ Rights Bill to ensure landlords can regain possession of properties in…
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Landlords face pressure as pet-friendly rental properties remain scarce
Less than one in ten rental properties in the UK are currently pet-friendly, despite upcoming regulatory changes that could make it harder for landlords to…
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Landlords face winter eviction ban proposal in Scotland
A Scottish Green Party politician has proposed a permanent ban on winter evictions in Scotland, raising concerns among landlords about the potential impact on the…
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Oxford tops list of cities where landlords face the most deposit challenges
New research has revealed the UK cities where landlords encounter the greatest difficulties with tenancy deposits, with Oxford ranking as the most problematic location. A…
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Lords propose landlord-friendly changes to Renters’ Rights Bill
Yesterday, the House of Lords tabled a series of proposed amendments to the Renters’ Rights Bill, marking a significant shift towards landlord-friendly policies. The revisions,…
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Labour must embrace Permitted Development Rights to hit housing targets
New research from Excellion Capital highlights a prime opportunity for landlords and property investors to convert commercial buildings into homes without the usual planning permission…
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Letting agent arrested over missing rent and deposits scandal
A letting agent in Norwich has been arrested following serious allegations from landlords and tenants regarding missing rental payments and unprotected deposits. The 40-year-old woman,…
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Rising no-fault evictions: Landlords reassess rental market amid legislative uncertainty
New data from the Ministry of Justice has revealed a rise in no-fault evictions, with 32,287 accelerated possession claims issued in 2024-an increase of 7%…
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Future-proofing rentals: Why home insulation is key to meeting new EPC standards
The government’s proposed Decent Homes Standard is set to come into effect by 2030, with stricter regulations potentially requiring rental properties to achieve a minimum…
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Landlords in the dark over looming EPC changes
A staggering 42% of landlords remain unaware of the impending changes to Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) regulations, which will soon require private rented properties to…
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House of Lords urged to amend Renters’ Rights Bill to protect landlords and rental market
The House of Lords is being called upon to make crucial amendments to the Renters’ Rights Bill as it reaches its Second Reading tomorrow. Property…
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Landlord concerns over Labour policies lead to 90-year-old tenant’s eviction
Fears over potential Labour Party housing reforms and increasing taxation have led a landlord to evict his long-term tenant, a 90-year-old woman, from her home…
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Rental sector braces for changes as Renters’ Rights Bill debate continues
Industry leaders from across the property sector convened this week to discuss the far-reaching implications of the Renters’ Rights Bill, currently moving through Parliament. Hosted…
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Tenants’ rent repayment claim reduced as tribunal highlights both parties’ poor conduct
A landlord in Walthamstow has seen a hefty rent repayment order reduced after a tribunal considered the tenants’ substantial arrears of over £17,000. The First-tier…
